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Travel advisory:
Busy weekend expected
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Posted: Thursday, July 30, 2026
Busy weekend expected
BC Day long weekend is the busiest weekend of the year for ferry travel on the coast. Our major routes between the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island are expected to be at or near capacity for vehicles during peak times.
Be prepared for sailing waits if a booking has not been made in advance of travel. Depending on when you arrive, there may be limited or no space available for drive-up vehicles. Check Current Conditions before leaving for the terminal for the latest sailing and capacity information, and check Service Notices for operational updates.
If your plans are flexible, consider taking transit and travel as a foot passenger. Walk-on bookings are available on our major routes at no additional cost and are recommended to help secure your preferred sailing. BC Day long weekend travel tips can be found here.
Eat, shop & relax
There's something for everyone on board - from self-serve restaurants, to coffee bars and shopping.
Amenities available on South Coast routes
Some amenities are only available on select sailings between Vancouver and Vancouver Island. Please find and explore your ferry online to see what's on board.Seascapes Dining Lounge
Unwind over great food and drinks while taking in spectacular views. Serving, breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Passages
A unique, West Coast inspired shopping experience featuring clothing, jewellery, giftware and more.
Coastal Cafe
A cafeteria-style restaurant featuring breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks.
Seawest Lounge
Relax and enjoy our quiet lounge with light snacks and freshly brewed Starbucks® coffee and tea.
Coast Cafe Express
Ready-made light snacks, pastries, and hot and cold beverages to enjoy on the go.
Arbutus Coffee Bar
Enjoy a variety of pastries fresh from the oven and made-to-order Starbucks® coffees and teas.
Sitka Coffee Place
Enjoy freshly brewed Starbucks® coffee, cold beverages and snacks while you enjoy panoramic views.
Charger GoGo
Portable device charging is now available for purchase on board the Spirit of British Columbia. Located on deck 5.
Amenities available on North Coast routes
Some amenities are available only on select northern sailings. Please find and explore your ferry to see what's onboard.Aurora Lounge
Book the peace and quiet of our premium reserved seating lounge online with your ferry travel.
Passages
A unique, West Coast inspired shopping experience featuring clothing, jewellery, giftware and more.
Coastal Cafe
A cafeteria-style restaurant featuring breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks.
Canoe Cafe
Cafe style breakfast, lunch and dinner where you can enjoy a glass of beer or wine with your meal.
Raven Lounge
Relax and enjoy popular movies on our flat screen TVs in the Raven Lounge.
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Accessibility on the ferry
To ensure a safe and comfortable journey for all passengers, BC Ferries provides a variety of accessibility options.